Becky Watkins donates platelets and plasma with the help of phlebotomist Sariah Kenney at the American Red Cross Blood Donation Center and Lab in Murray on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024. Watkins had adenocarcinoma of the trachea when she was 8 years old. Donating plasma and platelets, which she said takes her a few hours, is Watkins’ way of giving back.

The American Red Cross is urging people to donate blood as we enter a new year, those who help may win the trip of a lifetime. Those who donate blood now through Jan. 26. will automatically be entered to win a trip for two to Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans.

Donors have until Jan. 26 to give blood at either the organization's blood drives or blood donation centers in Michigan.

The American Red Cross is urging everyone to keep the blood supply strong this winter for patients in need and is offering a big prize to encourage donations. The need for donations is greater in winter due to the weather canceling blood drives and people canceling appointments due to the flu,

The American Red Cross is giving those volunteers who roll up their sleeves and donate blood this month a chance to win free tickets to Super Bowl LIX.

The prize includes two tickets to the game, round-trip airfare, hotel accommodations, a $1,000 gift card — and the opportunity to save a life.

The American Red Cross of Greater Pennsylvania is calling for blood and platelet donations to prevent potential shortages during the critical winter months. 1/7/25

The month of January recognizes National Blood Donor Month. The American Red Cross is encouraging individuals to donate in order to enter a chance to win a trip to Super Bowl LIX.